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21 "I am very determined to do well because I can mathematically wrap up the German championship early so I can then focus on the Italian series, which is more open. The decision to continue in ADAC F4 came only after Zandvoort, because of the good lead we had in the standings." How much does being part of the junior program of a Formula 1 team like Mercedes help you or, on the contrary, how much pressure does it put on you? “In Mercedes, they try not to put pressure on me, although when we signed the contract, they said they expected results. At first, I felt the pressure and struggled to handle it, but I am learning to control it and turn it into motivation. Being part of an Academy is great, but you have so many eyes on you, and you have to get used to it. Mercedes helps me a lot, and there is a person following me on the track every weekend." The next stop in the Italian championship will be in Spielberg, where you made your single‐seater debut in 2021. Compared to one year ago, how much have you changed? “Back in my debut race, my mistake was that I wanted to do too much to prove myself right away, and this led me to overdo it and collect fewer results than I could achieve. From that moment on, I began a steady growth trend, which continues every time I get in the car. I have grown up so much mentally, but there is still work to be done in terms of race management. We are on the right track." In the last few rounds you seemed almost unbeatable. What can you still do to improve? "I think I can still improve mentally, especially in managing complicated sessions. For example, in qualifying at Vallelunga, even though I took two poles, I didn't drive well, I was nervous while in traffic. Even in terms of driving, I can still make a big leap forward, there is room for improvement.” closer as they continue gaining knowledge and developing the car. We are very well placed at the moment, but we are obviously continuing the development work as well. I think Camara will remain my main rival, and in the second half of the season, the challenge will get even more balanced. Alex Dunne could also get back into the game if his team can provide him with a more competitive car." Your schedule has undergone a small change since participation in the German championship was not initially in the plans. Do you think you can repeat the feat of Oliver Bearman, who won the Italian and German championships in the same season?